Job summary
Would you like to be instrumental in managing and developing an established prison mental health team within the H&J service in HMP Haverigg? This is an exciting opportunity to join the Mental Health Team in HMP Haverigg as a Mental Health Team Manager.
HMP Haverigg is a CAT D prison, working pre-dominantly with sex-offenders. The prison has just received excellent outcomes from both the HMIP, and the CQC. The mental health team is well-established, offers a variety of interventions to the client group, including Trauma therapy, EMDR, groupwork. We are innovative, compassionate and supportive of each other, working for a great team, in a wonderful part of the country.
The team manager will be expected to lead by example, providing strong leadership while being accessible to staff. They will be flexible in their approach to managing the day-to-day operational aspects of the service
We are looking for either a clinical or non-clinical Team Manager to join our expanding service. If you do not hold a professional qualification then you will require substantial experience of working in either a healthcare or criminal justice setting with leadership experience.
Main duties of the job
Team managers will work in partnership with other healthcare providers, HMPPS, internal and external Health and Justice services within the region TEWV footprint. They will have excellent skills in communication, engagement, collaboration and have experience of working in mental health services, preferably with knowledge of the criminal justice system.
We welcome candidates to contact us for an informal discussion
Operational management of a Mental Health Team, including accountability for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards the care of patients are maintained and delivered at all times in accordance with evidence-based practice, while supporting staff development and well-being.
The successful candidate will work collectively with senior clinical staff to provide a comprehensive mental health service, navigating the challenges of a prison environment.
The post holder will liaise closely with their peer group of team managers, and will also be supported by a service manager and receive supervision and professional development opportunities.
The successful candidate should have experience working in Mental Health Services.
We require the post holders to be committed to equal opportunities, non-discriminatory practices and reflect the trust values of Responsibility, Respect and compassion.
About us
We're committed to co-creating a great experience for our colleagues. This means listening to what staff are telling us and working together to be the best employer we can be.
Our staff are our most important asset and recognising their excellent work and the vital contributions they make to patient care is very important.
We have achieved the gold Investors in People (IIP) standard and have been commended on great people management practice and demonstrating a commitment to staff development.
The Trust offers a variety of benefits including:
1. Weekly CPD sessions
2. Access to trust wide career development opportunities
3. Working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team
4. Free on-site parking
5. Long service award
6. NHS pension scheme
7. 27 -33 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days
8. Flexible working opportunities
9. NHS car lease scheme
10. Full Occupational health support
11. Cycle to work scheme
12. Access to employee support, independent counselling, chaplaincy
13. Mindfulness Sessions
14. Access to Coaching and mentors
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
346-FMH-141-25-A
Job locations
HMP Haverigg
Middle Lane
Millom
LA18 4NA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further detailed information regarding the role and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
15. Post Graduate Diploma in leadership or a subject area relevant to the area of practice or be willing to work towards and achieve within the first 2 years
16. AND Hold a relevant degree (or degree equivalent) and have equivalent experience to that of Post Graduate Diploma level such as significant experience of working as a band 6 ( or equivalent Band 6 or above) experience as outlined below
Experience
Essential
17. Significant experience of operational management (including leading and managing people, performance and service development)
18. Working collaboratively with others
19. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
20. Evidence of delivering management supervision
21. Developing, maintaining and auditing standards of practice
22. Quality Improvement activities
23. Inter-agency and partnership working
Knowledge
Essential
24. Knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice, regionally and nationally
25. Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
26. Governance and its application in practice
Knowledge/Skills/Experience
Essential
27. Working knowledge of the legal framework and statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and other relevant legislation
28. Experience of working within a range of services, including inpatient and/or community settings
29. Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
30. Demonstrates effective Leadership and Management of a Team
31. Demonstrate leadership qualities and motivational skills
32. Demonstrate effective communication, organisational and administrative skills
33. Write reports
34. Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional settings
35. Use approved techniques in physical intervention if required in appropriate clinical area
36. Demonstrate recovery-focussed practice
Desirable
37. Project and change management
38. Delivering training and education to multiprofessional groups
39. Experience of undertaking or participating in research